Aoun awaits the cancer drug file, and Al-Safadi sets the date of his visit to Lebanon

The issue of quality and safety of medicines, specifically those designated for the treatment of cancer and chronic diseases, was at the forefront of discussions at the Presidential Palace, in a meeting between the President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, and the head of the Medical Syndicate, Dr. Elias Shalala.

After the meeting, Dr. Shalala stressed the necessity of ensuring the quality of medicines provided to patients who depend on them for long periods extending over years, stressing the importance of activating the “National Drug Authority” to supervise the safety of the preparations and their compliance with international specifications.

For his part, President Aoun encouraged the Medical Syndicate to follow up on this vital file in direct coordination with the Minister of Public Health, in a way that guarantees patients’ rights and health.

In a separate context, the President of the Republic made a phone call to the Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ayman Safadi, during which he offered condolences on the death of his mother. Al-Safadi expressed his thanks to President Aoun for his condolences, stressing that his postponed visit to Lebanon is still valid and will be implemented at a later time.